Texas’ best receiver position last year was easily the Y-receiver with Devin Duvernay leading the way. The senior led the Longhorns in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns and was eventually drafted in the third round of the NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens.
Losing the best player in the receiving core is going to hurt but the Y-receiver is loaded with youngsters ready to break out. Two highly recruited players out of high school, Jake Smith and Jordan Whittington are two names to watch for Texas this season.
With offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich switching to an offense which will see Sam Ehlinger throwing the ball more often, the slot receivers will become more involved. Not so much as a down the field vertical threat, but as playmakers across the entire field.
Here is a breakdown of the Y-receiver position for Texas in 2020: